5.0
November 22, 2019- Visiting family
Pros: Bus driver was very friendly. Cons: Wifi onboard would have been awesome. Tips: none.
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There are 4 intercity buses per day from Champaign to Schaumburg. Traveling by bus from Champaign to Schaumburg usually takes around 3 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Peoria Charter bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 27 minutes.
Distance | 133 mi (214 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 27m |
Cheapest price | US$31.00 |
Trips per day | 4 |
Most frequent service | Peoria Charter |
Bus lines | 1 |
Overall score for buses from Champaign to Schaumburg
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
November 22, 2019- Visiting family
Pros: Bus driver was very friendly. Cons: Wifi onboard would have been awesome. Tips: none.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Champaign to Schaumburg. Peoria Charter connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Peoria Charter | 4 | 3h 32m | US$31.00 |
Peoria Charter is an award-winning, family-owned bus company headquartered in Illinois. The company runs most of its bus services in the suburbs of Chicago, including Champaign, Bloomington, Joliet, and Peoria. Peoria Charter is so proud of its fleet that it has an open-door policy, allowing anyone to visit and check out their power outlets, comfortable reclining seating, and onboard restroom.
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 214 kilometers from Champaign to Schaumburg. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 27 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Champaign to Schaumburg, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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A significant hub for the Silicone Prairie, Champaign is a stunning city with many exciting landmarks to visit. The downtown area of Champaign is perhaps its busiest area, with over 40 different bars, art galleries, and boutique shops for you to enjoy. To enjoy arthouse films or independent productions, head over to the Art Theater, which also hosts special screenings. The campustown area near the University of Illinois hosts not only cheap eateries but also fine dining spots. The area tends to get crowded at night since students will be out on the street to enjoy the hopping nightlife.
As a busy college town, Champaign naturally has a very vibrant food scene with many excellent dining options. Radio Maria is a unique Spanish establishment with very colorful Spanish decorations and amazing tapas dishes. Those who want something more exotic and exciting could check out DESTIHL, which offers unique home-cooked dishes and great artisan beers.
The Illinois Terminal is Champaign's primary bus and train station, served by Amtrak, Burlington Trailways, Jefferson Lines, Peoria Charter, and Greyhound. From Champaign, you can continue your journey and visit some of the other top destinations in Illinois.
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Link to image attributionThe Illinois Terminal is located at 45 East University Avenue in Champaign. The transport center opened in 1999, and now provides bus and train service in the Champaign-Urbana area. The terminal is served by Amtrak, Burlington Trailways, Greyhound, Peoria Charter, Jefferson Lines, and local mass transit. Make sure to wait in the correct station building; Champaign’s old train station, dating to 1898, is just across the street. The Illinois Terminal offers short-term parking, fast food, and even meeting spaces and banquet halls. Thanks to the station’s convenient location, some of the best restaurants and bars in downtown Champaign are just a short walk away.
Illinois Term - 45 E University Ave
Ikenberry Dining Hall - 301 E Gregory Dr
All buses from Champaign arrive at one main station in Schaumburg.
Woodfield Mall - 947 Perimeter Dr
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